Sir Cliff Richard has sent a message to King Charles while revealing he was being treated for prostate cancer.
The 85-year-old singer announced his diagnosis today, saying that his cancer had “gone at the moment” following his treatment.
In his interview with Dermot Murnaghan, he said he wants to join the King in his efforts to raise awareness for screening programmes.
“I’ve been involved with many charities over the years and if the King is happy to front it for us, I’m sure loads of people, I certainly would join him,” he said.
Sir Cliff Richard has reached out to King Charles to offer help with early cancer screening
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“If the King is listening, I think most of us would say, ‘yeah – we’re available.'”
Last week, the King revealed he is “leading a full and active life” as he continues his cancer treatment.
His message was released as part of Stand Up to Cancer 2025, and he emphasisied the importance of early diagnosis.
In the message, the monarch said: "This is a season when our thoughts turn to celebrations with our friends and families.
“In the midst of this festive period, I just wanted to ask you to join me today in finding a special place in your hearts, and your minds and prayers for the hundreds of thousands of people across our United Kingdom who receive a cancer diagnosis each year – and for the millions more who love and care for them.
“I know from my own experience that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Yet I also know that early detection is the key that can transform treatment journeys, giving invaluable time to medical teams – and, to their patients, the precious gift of hope.
King Charles reflected on how discovering his illness at an early stage had allowed him to continue leading what he described as "a full and active life" whilst undergoing treatment | GETTY“These are gifts we can all help deliver. Throughout my own cancer journey, I have been profoundly moved by what I can only call the "community of care" that surrounds every cancer patient - the specialists, the nurses, researchers and volunteers who work tirelessly to save and improve lives.
"But I have also learned something that troubles me deeply – at least nine million people in our country are not up to date with the cancer screenings available to them.
“That is at least nine million opportunities for early diagnosis being missed. The statistics speak with stark clarity.
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"To take just one example: When bowel cancer is caught at the earliest stage, around nine in ten people survive for at least five years. When diagnosed late, that falls to just one in 10. Early diagnosis quite simply saves lives."
The King added: "Now, I have heard this message repeatedly during my visits to cancer centres across the country. I know, too, what a difference it has made in my own case, enabling me to continue leading a full and active life, even while undergoing treatment.
"Indeed, today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to ‘doctors’ orders’, my own schedule of cancer treatment can be reduced in the New Year.”
King Charles revealed his treatment will be taking a step back in the New Year
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Charles was alerted to the cancer when medical staff identified a form of cancer during a hospital procedure for an enlarged prostate.
Since receiving his diagnosis, the King has attended weekly treatment sessions whilst maintaining a demanding schedule of official engagements.
His working calendar has remained full throughout the past year, including five state visits completed in 2025.
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